Black Rat Snakes are the largest snakes in PA, reaching lengths of over 7 feet. They are excellent tree climbers as one of our park employees saw one day while mowing grass and looking up in a nearby tree. They are non-venomous, will not harm humans and are good to have around to eliminate mice and other pests.
The winter of February 2015 was known for very cold temperatures with 10 days below zero and a few nights as cold as minus 18. When the temperatures did warm up several ice jams occurred in Tom's Run. Fortunately this footbridge held and was not washed away.
Pine Lodge had a two-acre pond that adds to the peaceful setting of the park.
